Water and air
Water and air: scope, limits of use and technical checkpoints.
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Selecting an industrial water hose
When selecting a water hose, it must be determined whether the use is irrigation, process water, drinking water, hot water or cleaning. Under the same fluid name there are different hygiene, pressure, temperature and me…
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Safety and connections for compressed air hose
In compressed air hose, the hose and couplings are selected together; separation of the connection or rupture of the hose can cause uncontrolled movement. Working pressure, temperature, oil/moisture in the air, the lock…
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Helix reinforcement in suction and discharge water hoses
In a suction and discharge hose, the helix is one of the structural elements that helps maintain the cross-section under suction. However, the helix material or appearance on its own is not a service approval. Vacuum, p…
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Points to watch with layflat discharge hoses
Layflat hoses are products that can fold flat and take up little space when unpressurized. Selection defines the working pressure, fluid, temperature, coupling and site conditions. Using the layflat construction for dis…
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Industrial washdown hoses and service conditions
Washdown hose selection covers the water temperature, pressure, cleaning chemicals, gun connection and external environment together. Hot water, steam and high-pressure washing are not interchangeable service names. Eac…
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Which hose is used in a fire hose cabinet?
Two types of hose are used in building fire hose cabinets. In buildings without trained staff, a cabinet to TS EN 671-1 with a round semi-rigid hose to TS EN 694, 25 mm in diameter and at most 30 m long, is required. In…
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How to choose a garden watering hose?
For a garden watering hose, first choose the inside diameter and length according to the distance the water has to travel; then look for a braid-reinforced construction with a UV-resistant outer layer and an opaque inte…
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